No-Bake Belgian Chocolate Mousse Cups
Prep Time
minutes
Cook Time
minutes
Total Time
minutes
Serving
size
Rich and creamy no-bake Belgian-inspired chocolate mousse topped with whipped cream and chocolate curls for an easy yet elegant game day dessert.
Recipe by @DiahannCooks, inspired by Belgium's famous chocolate traditions.
Recipe image created with AI-assisted image generation using ChatGPT.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
- 8 oz dark chocolate (60–70% cacao), chopped
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp fine sea salt
- Whipped cream, for garnish
- Chocolate curls or shaved chocolate, for garnish
- Flaky sea salt, for garnish (optional)
Preparation
- Heat 1 cup of the heavy whipping cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- Pour the warm cream over the chopped chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes.
- Stir until smooth and glossy. Stir in vanilla extract and fine sea salt. Allow mixture to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whip the remaining 1 cup heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until smooth and airy.
- Divide mousse evenly among 8 serving cups.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream, chocolate curls, and a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt if desired.




